The Athenian Acropolis has been many things over its 2,500 years: a temple for Athena, several different churches, a mosque and a barracks in the war for Greek independence; when Church visited Athens in 1869 it was a ruin. With Churches emphasis on dramatic light, realistic details and panoramic views he enthralls his viewers with this oversized highly detailed canvas of monumental classical Greek architecture. American artist Church studied at the Hudson River School who favored classical and Victorian styles becoming one of the most famous painters in the United States. Traveling extensively into the wilderness, South America and Greece, and spending several weeks in Athens, Church specialized in large sweeping landscapes, and monuments on huge canvases. The authentic stretched canvas replica painting captures the original work's texture, depth of color, and even its subtle brushstrokes, which are applied by hand. This replica European style, bright gold-toned, ribbed frame is cast in quality designer resin with an acanthus leaf and floret border that draws the eye toward the beautiful image. Proudly printed and framed in the USA using imported molding.